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Ali Kersten

(She/her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Trauma, and Women's Issues

Great to meet you!

I am an established therapist with experience providing therapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I primarily work with teenagers and women who are struggling with low self-esteem, depression, anger, relational issues, and trauma, as well as with those trying to navigate new phases of life. I am certified in perinatal mental health and work with clients struggling to navigate various issues that arise during, following, or in absence of their pregnancy.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I do not believe in a “one size fits all” approach to therapy. Each person is unique, and treatment should be customized to meet your needs and accomplish your goals. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as it is evidenced-based and promotes changes for people suffering from anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also frequently implement aspects of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as this promotes skill development and Solution Focused Brief Therapy as this helps with problem-solving.

What you can expect from our first session

Beginning therapy can seem daunting. My goal when working with clients is for the process to feel easier & for them to feel comfortable speaking openly & honestly about difficult & highly personal things. I seek to assist all of my clients with implementing strategies needed in order to achieve their personal mental health goals and be happier and healthier people overall.

If you are looking for certain availability & do not see it listed, please reach out to see if accommodations can be made.


Ali's style is

Empowering
Solution-oriented
Humorous

Insurance carriers Ali accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Ali

MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Central Florida
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
More specialties: Depression, Anger Management, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, and PTSD
Modalities: Behavior Modification, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, and Motivational Interviewing